What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Kerry?
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About the role
Under the direction of the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will manage the day to day operations of the production team and production schedule. This is a full time on-site role. ***Position is a rotating shift assignment, supporting 24/7 continuous operations***
Key responsibilities
Key competencies
The pay range for this position is 64,479 - 105,272 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on December 18, 2025.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
About the role
Under the direction of the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will manage the day to day operations of the production team and production schedule. This is a full time on-site role. ***Position is a rotating shift assignment, supporting 24/7 continuous operations***
Key responsibilities
- Efficiently execute the production schedule.
- Develop and maintain efficient SOPs in collaboration with the site engineers.
- Develop and maintain qualified personnel within the plant production department.
- Communicate and enforce regulatory & Kerry standards within the plant.
- Drive operational efficiency initiatives.
- Manage the plant production department within budget.
- Positive working environment driving a continuous improvement theme.
- Work in collaboration with EHS staff to ensure a safe working environment.
- Responsible for manufacturing product to specification.
- Responsible for minimizing losses.
- Ensure EHS programs are instituted and followed.
- Management through KPIs.
- Supervision of Operators.
Key competencies
- Analytical skills.
- Continuous improvement understanding.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of leadership and team development, motivation, coaching and influential skills.
- Chemical plant operations experience a plus.
- BS/MS in Engineering, Business, or equitant experience in a chemical/manufacturing plant environment.
- 4-10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
The pay range for this position is 64,479 - 105,272 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on December 18, 2025.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Salary : $64,479 - $105,272